Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free

Common questions

Is Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free healthy?

Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free scores 73/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cream cheese product contains high-quality ingredients such as pasteurized milk and cream, whey protein concentrate, and cheese culture, which contribute to its nutritional value and creamy texture.

How processed is Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free?

Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized milk and cream, Whey protein concentrate, Cheese culture count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, Lactose Free

Philadelphia
73 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$7.09 · 8 oz · $0.89 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Kraft Heinz
Category Cheese
Summary

This cream cheese product contains high-quality ingredients such as pasteurized milk and cream, whey protein concentrate, and cheese culture, which contribute to its nutritional value and creamy texture. However, it includes natamycin, a preservative that raises some concerns about its impact on gut health. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the overall clean ingredient list.

Key ingredients 8

Pasteurized milk and cream
Good

This ingredient provides natural dairy nutrients and contributes to the creamy texture of the product.

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Whey protein concentrate
Good

Whey protein concentrate adds high-quality protein, supporting muscle maintenance and overall nutrition.

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Cheese culture
Good

Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture, contributing to the authentic cheese taste.

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Whey
Neutral

Liquid whey as a minor dairy ingredient — benign.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Carob bean gum
Neutral

Carob bean gum is used as a thickening agent, with minimal impact on health when consumed in moderation.

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Natamycin
Neutral

Natamycin is an antifungal preservative that helps prevent mold growth, ensuring product safety.

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Vitamin A Palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A Palmitate is added to fortify the product with essential vitamin A, supporting vision and immune health.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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